How do you think Dr. Huber’s background as a Naturopathic Medical Doctor influences her perspective on vaccines

[Melisa Jane]

This is a discussion topic for the May 2024 Book of the Month, "Neither Safe Nor Effective (2nd Edition): The Evidence Against the COVID Vaccines" by Dr. Colleen Huber.


How do you think Dr. Huber’s background as a Naturopathic Medical Doctor influences her perspective on vaccines

[Hazel Arnaiz]

The author's background in naturopathic medicine plays a significant influence on her views on immunizations. This kind of medical practice uses natural methods to support the body's inherent healing abilities. Although the active component of a vaccine may be biological and, hence, natural, there are other elements that are not. Similarly, some may argue that the manner in which vaccines are administered to the body is unnatural.

[Sushan Ekanayake]

The most challenging part is reading all the fine print in all those studies, not just the abstracts, and here's why. Most medical research is funded directly and indirectly by the pharmaceutical industry. In order to keep their funding going, there is a need to stay within the guidelines, the dictated parameters, and to keep coloring inside the lines, so to speak. So the title and the abstract would often seem to praise vaccines, while the data shown in the fine print deep inside each of these papers very often contradict the title of the same paper, and very often show the dangers of the vaccines. So you have to read each one carefully, and then point out the actual results to the reader, often with screenshots and certainly with the citation to the paper as well as its sources.

-The OBC interview with the Author-


While the author's concerns about the potential biases in pharmaceutical research are valid, it's important to note that focusing solely on findings that confirm one's pre-existing beliefs can also introduce bias. In this case, the naturopath’s strong stance against vaccination might lead her to highlight only those minor details from studies that appear to support her viewpoint, potentially giving these findings disproportionate attention. In a world where commercial interests heavily influence research and medical practices, it's crucial to strive for a balanced understanding, considering the overwhelming majority of scientific evidence supporting the safety and efficacy of vaccines, alongside any legitimate concerns. This underscores the complex interplay between commerce, medicine, and public health, necessitating a cautious approach to both consuming and interpreting scientific data.

[Tomi Ahmed]

A naturopathic doctor's opinion on the Covid-19 vaccine may be influenced by their training, beliefs, and experiences. Those with a background focused on natural medicine may prioritize holistic approaches and have varying views on vaccination compared to traditional medical practitioners. However, individuals within any profession can hold diverse perspectives, so it's essential to consider each doctor's unique stance.

[João Ramos]

A naturopathic doctor's opinion on the Covid-19 vaccine may be influenced by their training, beliefs, and experiences. Those with a background focused on natural medicine may prioritize holistic approaches and have varying views on vaccination compared to traditional medical practitioners. However, individuals within any profession can hold diverse perspectives, so it's essential to consider each doctor's unique stance.

Indeed, but her background does not make all the arguments and scientific studies she presented in the book disappear.

[Carol McCoy Phelps]

Naturopathic doctors are medical doctors who go on to complete a naturopathic course as well. Dr. Huber understands the benefit of certain vaccines. She acknowledges how the tried and true vaccines have eradicated devastating childhood diseases. Her gripe with the Covid vaccines is the fact that they were not tested except on animals, and they all died!

It was the rush to market that Dr. Huber argues against. Those vaccines still have not been properly vetted. She is correct in her assumptions, according to worldwide documentation that she has assembled. I don’t think it has been influenced as much from her naturopathic background as it has by her knowledge of medicine.

[Nancy004]

Dr. Huber's naturopathic background definitely shapes her view on vaccines. She prefers natural and holistic approaches and is skeptical of how quickly the Covid-19 vaccines were developed and tested. While she sees the benefits of traditional vaccines, her concerns about pharmaceutical industry biases also play a big role in her cautious take on the Covid vaccines.

[Seetha E]

I have nothing against naturopathy. Instead, I opt for it when matter are not urgent as it addresses tehe root cause and improves health. The holistic approach is more effective with almost no side effects, the only drawback being the time to recovery may be longer.

But COVID-19 demanded action at a certain level of urgency, and without the vaccine, there certainly would have been more deaths.
I also believe almost all allopathic meds come with side effects. But I wonder, if naturopathy had a fool proof, tested 100% cure/ alternative within the said time frame.

[Ashwini Tawade]

The educational background of the author of this book can make a difference in her perspective. The data presented in this book is factual and disturbing. It may not be seen as ultimate by all. People with a humanistic perspective and doubts about pharma companies will agree more with this book. I am sure experts in naturopathy or allopathic medicine will also have a varying take on the implications of a vaccine and the ethics of a pharmaceutical company, so probably on the content of this book. As a reader, I think this book is very good for awareness creation and is thought-provoking. I am glad that the author has revealed important data to readers across the world.

[Shiru Elizabeth]

The author's opinions on vaccinations are greatly influenced by her training in naturopathic medicine. This type of medicine supports the body's natural healing processes by using natural means.

[Lisa P Cowling]

Deep down, a part of me agrees with the naturopath's opinion. I am not pretty sure if being a Naturopathic Doctor really influenced the doctor's view since they actually did mention that vaccines have in the past helped eradicate diseases. My concern which I believe they share is the covid vaccine.

[AGBATA DONALD Chidera]

The author's perspective on vaccinations is heavily shaped by her background in naturopathic medicine. Naturopathic medicine emphasizes supporting the body's innate healing abilities through natural methods.

[Victory Ositaorah]

I believe that her background as a medical doctor would affect her perspective towards vaccines because I believe one's foundation plays a huge role on our beliefs.

[Vincent Ondieki]

It could be a valuable resource for anyone looking to thrive in their professional endeavors in medicine and medical practitioners for more and better treatment and make more research

[Michelle Bealle]

I find it to be the reverse I believe the author's thoughts on vaccines might strengthen her career as a naturopath. In all people are free to have idea on certain things but those ideas need to be backed by facts and it is clear that Dr. Hubert have satisfied research.